51 Forest Ln

1,236 Sq. Ft.
$1,052 / Sq. Ft.
1,236
Sq. Ft.
$1,052
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Tucked away in the beautiful Berkeley Hills, this rarely available Storybook-style home offers two bedrooms, one bathroom, and stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Built in 1927 by Joseph M. Walker, it features a clinker brick chimney, dramatic wood-beamed ceilings, arched entryways, a grand fireplace, hardwood floors, and stained-glass windows—just a few of the many enchanting details. One of the home’s most whimsical touches is the second bedroom, accessible through a traditional door—or a...Tucked away in the beautiful Berkeley Hills, this rarely available Storybook-style home offers two bedrooms, one bathroom, and stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Built in 1927 by Joseph M. Walker, it features a clinker brick chimney, dramatic wood-beamed ceilings, arched entryways, a grand fireplace, hardwood floors, and stained-glass windows—just a few of the many enchanting details. One of the home’s most whimsical touches is the second bedroom, accessible through a traditional door—or a hidden passage in the closet. The exterior showcases original stone and brickwork, surrounded by lush landscaping with flowers, trees, and plants that enhance its storybook charm. Recent upgrades include a newer roof, exterior fire-hardening, some seismic retrofitting, and new copper plumbing. This well- maintained gem is move-in ready. Located close to Tilden park, Lake Anza, gourmet district, a golf course, numerous hiking trails, an easy walk to Cragmont Park, and central to the East Bay area, jump at this chance to be the owner of a Storybook home by a celebrated 20th century architect.

Listing Agents

  1. Christina Gray

    Christina Gray

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #02113801

  2. Lydia Sun

    Lydia Sun

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #02224134

    lydia.sun@compass.com

    P: (310)-753-8118

Property Details for 51 Forest Lane

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
NORTH BERKELEY
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Craftsman, Other
Garage Spaces
1
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage
LISTING UPDATED: 05/08/2025 03:00 AM

Property Details for 51 Forest Lane

StatusSold
MLS #41091806
Days on Compass15
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1927
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,488 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Christina Gray, DRE #02113801; Compass, Lydia Sun, DRE #02224134

Sold By Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty, M. Reza Aghababa, DRE #02135446

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Building Information for 51 Forest Lane

Stories1Year Built1927Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,488 SF

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Property Information for 51 Forest Lane

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Brick, Living Room, Woodburning
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 4
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 1.0
  • Room Additional: Dining Area
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone, Gas
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Complex Name: LIVE OAKS
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Brick, Stucco
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Level - Lower: Laundry Facility, No Steps to Entry, Other
  • Lot Description: Irregular, Level, Premium Lot, Up Slope
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 4488
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4488.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1236
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, No Steps to Entry, Other, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Patio, Side Yard, Sprinklers Front, Sprinklers Side, Back Yard Fence
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Acres: 0.1
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Marin/Keeler/Forest
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 63-2963-41
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: BAY EAST
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 51 Forest Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 7, 2025

Sold

CRMLS #41091806

$1,300,000
May 7, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #BE41091806

$1,300,000
May 7, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41091806

$1,300,000
Apr 30, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1558244436

$1,300,000

+5.1% / yr

Apr 23, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41091806

Apr 23, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #BE41091806

Apr 22, 2025

Pending

CRMLS #41091806

Apr 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41091806

$995,000
Apr 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41091806

$995,000
Apr 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE41091806

$995,000
Jun 2, 2014

Sold

EBRD #40653721

$755,000
Jun 2, 2014

Sold

MLSListings #EB40653721

$755,000
May 28, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #416314949

$755,000
May 2, 2014

Pending

MLSListings #EB40653721

May 2, 2014

Pending

EBRD #40653721

Apr 17, 2014

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB40653721

$695,000
Apr 17, 2014

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40653721

$695,000
Nov 1, 1996

Sold

MLSListings #EB26112642

$295,000
Nov 1, 1996

Sold

EBRD #26112642

$295,000
Oct 2, 1996

Pending

MLSListings #EB26112642

Oct 2, 1996

Pending

EBRD #26112642

Sep 20, 1996

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB26112642

$295,000
Sep 20, 1996

Listed (Active)

EBRD #26112642

$295,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/07/2025

Sold

CRMLS #41091806

$1,300,000
05/07/2025

Sold

MLSListings #BE41091806

$1,300,000
05/07/2025

Sold

EBRD #41091806

$1,300,000
04/30/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1558244436

$1,300,000

+5.1% / yr

04/23/2025

Pending

EBRD #41091806

04/23/2025

Pending

MLSListings #BE41091806

04/22/2025

Pending

CRMLS #41091806

04/08/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41091806

$995,000
04/08/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41091806

$995,000
04/08/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE41091806

$995,000
06/02/2014

Sold

EBRD #40653721

$755,000
06/02/2014

Sold

MLSListings #EB40653721

$755,000
05/28/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #416314949

$755,000
05/02/2014

Pending

MLSListings #EB40653721

05/02/2014

Pending

EBRD #40653721

04/17/2014

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB40653721

$695,000
04/17/2014

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40653721

$695,000
11/01/1996

Sold

MLSListings #EB26112642

$295,000
11/01/1996

Sold

EBRD #26112642

$295,000
10/02/1996

Pending

MLSListings #EB26112642

10/02/1996

Pending

EBRD #26112642

09/20/1996

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB26112642

$295,000
09/20/1996

Listed (Active)

EBRD #26112642

$295,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 51 Forest Lane

Taxable ValueLand$277,645Additions$647,840Total$925,485
Tax Record2025$14,903 ($1,242 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,236 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,236 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,488 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1927Year Renovated1934CountyALAMEDAAPN63-2963-41

Schools near 51 Forest Lane

This home is within Berkeley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Oxford Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Cragmont Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Compass, Christina Gray, DRE #02113801; Compass, Lydia Sun, DRE #02224134

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